Le Sereno

Had a fantastic stay at Le Sereno over New Year. A special thanks to Simone from the pool bar who was amazing and always served us with a smile and plenty of enthusiasm. Thank you for all the cocktails and champagne that you served us on our holiday. Natalie, Sam & Isabella

Could not have had a better trip. Our room was stunning, and the views were even better. Literally the only note I have is that the couch on our patio faces back towards the beach, and facing it the other way provides a better view (so we just swapped it while we were there). The sheets and bedding were luxurious. The bathrobe was D. Porthault and maybe a little starchy for my taste, but makes sense for a beach spot. The entire staff was insanely attentive and accommodating. I have a gluten sensitivity, and was always provided alternative options for bread and pasta (and the bread was actually very good!) The location was about 15 minutes from the airport, and 20 minutes from Gustavia. We ended up renting a car a few days in since we were spending €100 round trip any time we left the hotel. Obviously you expect this a bit in SB, but we really wanted to explore the island, and went into town almost every night for dinner, so it just gave us more flexibility. The massages were also fabulous. There is not a full spa facility (that I saw) - meaning lockers, steam/sauna etc - but the treatment room was lovely, and I genuinely had one of the best massages of my life. The only snafu - on the day we were leaving, WINAIR cancelled all flights due to low wind and no one from the airline contacted us. We were actually on our way to the airport when the concierge sent us a message on WhatsApp to let us know they were canceling flights. They then went on to help us with options and we eventually got off the island that day on a private helicopter. Overall, it was a truly fabulous week, and we can't wait to go back.

I hate leaving a bad review, but I do want to let others know before booking- the staff was lovely, the food was just ok ( we did love our breakfasts each morning ) , but the thing that bothered me the most was the wind - it seemed like the location of the hotel was in a super windy spot ( its right where the kite surfers are) -If this is your honeymoon - I would definitely check around- we also had an issue with the seaweed washing up on the beach ( there were literally tractors the first 3 days of our vacation from 9 am to 1pm taking the seaweed away - the noise was quite awful ) - we walked over to the Rosewood for drinks which is right next door- next time we go to the island I think we will try there. Le Sereno is quiet ( when there aren't tractors taking the seaweed away which I was told only happens a few times a year ) so I can see why honeymooners would like this place however I will not be recommending this place to friends who are visiting the island. It was a nice trip but I do think there are much lovelier places to stay on the island.